1. Introduction

Welcome to Skylar Legal. By accessing or using our website at https://skylarlegal.com, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use.

If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use this website.

Skylar Legal Pty Ltd trading as Skylar Legal (we, us or our) may update or revise these Terms from time to time. Continued use of this website after any changes are published constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

2. General information only

The information provided on this website is for general information only.

It does not constitute legal advice, migration advice or other professional advice, and should not be relied on as a substitute for advice specific to your circumstances.

While we make reasonable efforts to keep website content accurate and up to date, laws, policies, procedures and regulatory requirements may change, and information may become outdated, incomplete or no longer applicable to your situation.

If you require advice about your specific circumstances, you should contact us directly to arrange a consultation.

3. No solicitor-client relationship

Your use of this website, including submitting an online enquiry form, sending an email, booking a consultation, downloading information or communicating with us through electronic means, does not create a solicitor-client relationship between you and Skylar Legal.

A solicitor-client relationship is only established when we have agreed to act for you, confirmed our engagement in writing, and you have accepted our costs agreement, disclosure statement, engagement letter or other applicable engagement terms.

We are not obliged to act for you unless and until we have formally accepted your matter in writing.

4. Client engagement terms prevail

If you become a client of Skylar Legal, the scope of our work, fees, professional obligations, liability arrangements and other terms of engagement will be governed by the applicable costs agreement, disclosure statement, engagement letter or other written engagement terms provided to you.

To the extent of any inconsistency between these website Terms of Use and our written engagement terms with you, the written engagement terms will prevail in relation to the legal or professional services we provide to you.

5. Third-party platforms and service providers

We may use third-party platforms and service providers to operate this website, manage enquiries, communicate with clients, verify identity, support client onboarding, process documents, manage matters, process payments, conduct searches and assist with professional or regulatory compliance.

These may include website hosting providers, email and communication platforms, online forms, booking systems, payment processors, document management systems, practice management systems, identity verification, VOI, AML/CTF onboarding or verification platforms, and other technology or professional service providers.

Your use of, or interaction with, third-party platforms may also be subject to the relevant third party’s own terms, conditions and policies. We do not control those third-party terms or policies.

6. Identity verification and compliance processes

If you engage us or request certain services, we may ask you or other relevant persons to complete identity verification, verification of identity, client onboarding, AML/CTF, sanctions screening, source of funds, source of wealth or other compliance-related processes.

These processes may be conducted through third-party providers or platforms, including identity verification, VOI or onboarding providers. They are part of our professional, legal, regulatory, risk management and compliance procedures.

Completing an enquiry form or using this website does not mean that we have accepted your matter or that we are able to act for you.

7. Intellectual property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, design, layout, documents and other materials, is owned by Skylar Legal or its licensors and is protected by Australian copyright, trademark and other intellectual property laws.

You may view and print website content for personal, non-commercial use only.

You must not reproduce, copy, modify, distribute, republish, upload, transmit or use any part of this website or its content for commercial purposes without our prior written permission.

8. Website availability and security

We make reasonable efforts to ensure that this website is available and functioning properly. However, we do not guarantee uninterrupted, secure or error-free access to this website.

We are not responsible for temporary unavailability, interruptions, delays, technical issues, cyber incidents, maintenance, third-party service failures or events beyond our reasonable control.

You are responsible for taking your own precautions to ensure that your access to this website does not expose your systems or devices to viruses, malware or other harmful material.

9. Third-party links

This website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms or resources for your convenience.

We do not endorse, control or take responsibility for the content, accuracy, security, availability, privacy practices or terms of use of any third-party website or platform.

Accessing third-party websites or platforms is at your own risk.

10. Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Skylar Legal excludes all liability for any loss, damage, cost or expense, including indirect, incidental, special or consequential loss, arising from or in connection with:

Nothing in these Terms limits or excludes any liability that cannot be lawfully limited or excluded, including under the Australian Consumer Law or applicable professional conduct rules.

11. Privacy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, store, disclose and protect personal information.

Our Privacy Policy also explains how we may handle personal information collected for identity verification, verification of identity, client onboarding, AML/CTF, sanctions screening, fraud prevention and related compliance purposes.

You can review our Privacy Policy at https://skylarlegal.com/privacy-policy.

12. Translated versions

Where we provide a translated version of these Terms, the translation is provided for convenience only.

The English version is the official version of these Terms. If there is any inconsistency between the English version and any translated version, the English version prevails to the extent of the inconsistency.

13. Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales in relation to any dispute arising from or connected with these Terms or your use of this website.

14. Contact us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use or the operation of this website, please contact us:

Business name: Skylar Legal
Address: Level 3, 410 Concord Road, Rhodes NSW 2138
Email: info@skylarlegal.com
Phone: +61 478 205 805
Website: https://skylarlegal.com